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The largest professional association for school leaders in the UK with more than 50,000 members in England, Wales & NI. Our support line is 0300 30 30 333.

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Invite a colleague to join NAHT and as a thank you, you’ll receive a £30 M&S voucher when they sign up. Let’s continue building a stronger voice for school leaders.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4ud6P3t

09.03.2026 14:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🎥 “Change on this scale is bound to create anxiety… school leaders must not take this on themselves. We are a team, and we have totally got this.”

Join us at our regional roadshows for a day of professional development, networking and discussions.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4pMOV4c

09.03.2026 11:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Supporting colleagues through menopause is vital to a fair, healthy workplace ❤️

For International Women’s Day, we’re sharing advice for school leaders, plus NAHT’s model menopause policy for members to adapt.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3RInDi9

09.03.2026 10:04 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🎥 Jan Hatchell, NAHT representative, shares why she is proud to be part of a union that supports and champions women in the workplace.

💜 Thank you to women across education for everything you do.

#GiveToGain #IWD2026

08.03.2026 16:42 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Today we’re celebrating the school leaders who champion equality across our education system. Together, they are empowering women, strengthening education and driving change for future generations. 💫

Thank you to all our members showing their support today.

#GivetoGain #IWD2026

08.03.2026 14:51 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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For International Women’s Day, we’re proud to share insights from Lorraine Flanagan, head teacher at Thomas Buxton Primary School and Tower Hamlets & City branch secretary.

Thank you to Lorraine, and to women school leaders everywhere, for everything you do.

#IWD2026 #GiveToGain

08.03.2026 14:10 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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For International Women’s Day, Sharon Morton reflects on why the day still matters. She calls for fairness in maternity pay, highlights unequal maternal outcomes for Black women and stands with women in conflict zones. 💜

#GiveToGain #IWD2026

08.03.2026 13:01 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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💬 Courageous Conversations 🗓️ 24 March

Avoidance holds us back. Authenticity moves us forward.

"Brilliant course, incredibly helpful" – Rolls Crescent Primary

👉 Book now: https://bit.ly/4avZBQd

#Leadership #CPD

08.03.2026 10:15 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🌟 Today we celebrate the women who lead, inspire and strengthen our schools every single day.

NAHT stands with school leaders who are championing equality, empowering colleagues and driving change. Together, we are empowering women, strengthening education. 📚

#GiveToGain #IWD2026

08.03.2026 09:22 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Today we're celebrating #InternationalWomensDay! ✨

NAHT’s Women’s Network provides a safe space for our members to celebrate women in school leadership, share their ideas and inspiration, and discuss issues they face – find out more: https://bit.ly/3AMHSFv

08.03.2026 08:30 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Stay informed. Stand together.

Union membership matters now more than ever. NAHT gives school leaders expert advice, legal protection, clear guidance on policy changes and a supportive community.

Join today and receive a £50 voucher.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4jRkh7Z

07.03.2026 15:29 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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📣 Devon school unions are hosting a public meeting on 'unfair' funding and budget transfer decision.

🕠 5.30pm, Thursday 12 March
📍 Exeter Library
👥 NAHT, NASUWT, NEU, GMB, UNISON

🔗 https://bit.ly/4crg9dQ

07.03.2026 12:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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A strong finish to the TUC Women’s Conference 2026.

Our NAHT school leaders came together to share experiences, build connections and champion equality across education. Thank you to all who represented NAHT so proudly.

#TUCWomen2026 #SmashingTheStatusQuo

06.03.2026 17:25 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Devon head teacher 'hit, spat on and bitten' by school pupils Violence against teachers is rising, school leaders say, as figures show a doubling of incidents.

School leaders and staff should never face violence in their workplaces.

Christopher Tribble, NAHT Devon president, has spoken about the rising number of incidents affecting school staff and the need for greater investment in early years support to tackle the root causes.
https://bbc.in/4lbD3bv

06.03.2026 17:17 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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At TUC Women’s Conference, delegates debated Composite 4 on improving maternity and paternity rights. Speaking on the motion, Sharron Morton said: “NAHT calls for fully funded and equitable pay regardless of whether you work in the public or private sector.”

#TUCWomen2026 #SmashingTheStatusQuo

06.03.2026 10:34 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Persistent absence among disadvantaged and SEND learners is at record levels. Our new online course gives school leaders practical strategies to close these gaps and strengthen belonging for every pupil. Led by Matt Bromley – education expert.

Join us on 20 March 💻 https://bit.ly/4u6RqBZ

06.03.2026 10:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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At TUC Women’s Conference, delegates discussed Motion 11 on equal pay. Julie Kelly said: “NAHT has highlighted the persistent pay gap for years. Women are being paid on average £8,480 less than men in similar roles, and small schools are particularly affected.”
#TUCWomen2026 #SmashingTheStatusQuo

06.03.2026 08:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Understanding hygiene poverty and supporting students in schools

🎧 New School Leadership Podcast episode.

James Bowen talks with Professor Sam Wass and Gemma Humphreys from Smol about recognising and responding to hygiene poverty, and protecting children’s dignity in school.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/04jgot4C4wBTm8K6vfTiFM?si=db70061c8c1e426c

06.03.2026 08:11 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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'3G pitches are exposing children to harmful material - they need to banned'

Paul Whiteman, NAHT gen sec: “If there are any safety concerns at all about the use of this material then it is essential that the relevant health and safety bodies provide clear information to schools so the necessary actions can be taken to protect staff and pupils alike.”

https://bit.ly/4lds3dy

05.03.2026 10:45 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Motion 33: Strengthening the Workers Protection Act

NAHT’s Jan Hatchell spoke at the TUC Women’s Conference today, calling for “quality training, fully‑funded training to impact across our schools.” 💜

#TUCWomen2026 #SmashingTheStatusQuo

05.03.2026 10:18 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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📚 This World Book Day, help children imagine exciting futures.

The Careers & Enterprise Company’s Start small; dream big booklist shares stories about lots of jobs and key skills like creativity, listening, and problem solving. 🌟

📖 Explore the booklist: https://bit.ly/4s7dE4W

05.03.2026 08:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Strengthen your HR skills and confidently manage your team with our course, Managing People in Schools on 13 May 2026.

▶️ HR processes
▶️ Managing staff performance and conduct
▶️ Handling complex people-related issues
▶️ Supporting a positive school culture

Book your place 👉 https://bit.ly/490q7Ba

04.03.2026 16:42 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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March is #WomensHistoryMonth!

Did you know NAHT has a Women's Network where members can come together to provide support, information and networking opportunities?

Read more and join: https://bit.ly/3AMHSFv

04.03.2026 15:00 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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TUC Women’s Conference 2026 is under way 🎉
A powerful start to an important few days.
#SmashingTheStatusQuo

04.03.2026 14:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Are you an experienced sales manager looking for a new challenge?

We're looking for an enthusiastic individual with demonstratable experience of house or field-based sales and managing a team of people to deliver sales and/or retention targets.

Apply by Thursday 19 March 👉 https://bit.ly/4rWiNwX

03.03.2026 09:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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White Paper: The right recipe for SEND reform? - SecEd What the SEND White Paper means for schools, funding, staffing and support – and what leaders must consider next.

The SEND reforms contained in the long-awaited White Paper are extensive and will require a lot from schools. Our general secretary, Paul Whiteman, dives further into the detail and shares his initial thoughts 👇

https://bit.ly/475FhmK

02.03.2026 17:05 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Inspire primary pupils this National Careers Week 💡📽️

The Tech We Can Animations introduce children to technology topics and the people creating them. Each animation includes guidance for teachers and an optional challenge for pupils.

📚 Explore the resource: https://bit.ly/4aTGZZu

02.03.2026 10:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Inspire pupils this National Careers Week 👩‍💻✨

Use The Careers and Enterprise Company's Tech We Can On‑Demand Lessons to help children explore tech in sport, food, space and the environment.

📚 Resource: https://bit.ly/4rN4eM7

27.02.2026 15:51 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🗣️ Calling all secondary members, please share your views on the new work experience requirements for students in years 7 to 11 in Education and Employers’ survey.

👉 https://bit.ly/46oMApp

27.02.2026 12:21 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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#careersguidance #gatsbybenchmarks #careers #neet #slt #ceiag | Gatsby Charitable Foundation “I used to absolutely despise school...now I’m excited to get a job that I enjoy,” Kelsey, Year 10 student.      The Gatsby Benchmarks are a powerful tool senior leaders are using to help ensure young...

The Gatsby Benchmarks: building futures, reducing NEET

Find out how senior leaders in secondary schools & colleges use the #GatsbyBenchmarks to reduce NEET.

Watch the film clip and let us know what you think here:
bit.ly/4tTCXcl

#NEET #SLT #CareersGuidance

24.02.2026 11:27 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1